1. Topical beta-blocker treatment for migraine
- Author
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Patrick J. T. Chiam
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Male ,genetic structures ,medicine.drug_class ,Administration, Topical ,Migraine Disorders ,Adrenergic beta-Antagonists ,Timolol ,Diagnosis, Differential ,medicine ,Humans ,Low Tension Glaucoma ,Beta blocker ,business.industry ,Middle Aged ,medicine.disease ,eye diseases ,Visual field ,Ophthalmology ,Ophthalmic solutions ,Migraine ,Anesthesia ,Ophthalmic Solutions ,business ,Prophylactic treatment ,medicine.drug - Abstract
Beta-blockers are a well-known prophylactic treatment for migraine; however, treatment by the ocular route has not been widely considered. This case illustrates the resolution of a visual field defect associated with migraine and improvement of symptoms possibly due to administration of a topical beta-blocker. This novel method of treatment especially when visual field defects are present may have a place in the management of migraine.
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- 2012
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